Volunteer Facilitator - Men's Cancer Peer Support Group

Macmillan Horizon Centre

Register your Interest

We are looking for a new facilitator for our Men’s Support Group. The group meet on the 1st Tuesday of every month at The Horizon Centre and provide a zero-pressure, confidential space to talk, share and listen.

The role: Hosting a safe, supportive space for the group monthly, providing a loose structure for conversation, arranging occasional speakers on themes of interest to the group, liaising with the Horizon Centre on booking requirements, supporting new members & enquiries.

The commitment: Average 3 hours monthly, 2 hours for hosting, and 1 hour prep. 

Ideal for: Someone who is passionate about creating a safe and supportive space for men, and who is confident facilitating conversations and taking on a hosting role.

Skills

The skills you need:

  • Good communication and listening skills
  • Patient, flexible and reliable
  • Ability to respect others’ differences and choices
  • Able to recognise when to ask for support
  • Able to work independently with guidance and support.

Benefits

What's in it for you:

  • Use and develop your communication and facilitation skills
  • Meet new people as part of a friendly team that makes a difference
  • Enjoy a rewarding experience making a difference to people living with cancer
  • Receive an induction, relevant training and agreed out-of-pocket expenses (reimbursed within our guidelines).

Practical Considerations

The group meet on Tuesday evenings once a month.

When do I need to be available?

Details More details on line at:
https://volunteering.macmillan.org.uk/opportunities/1127-peer-support-volunteer-centre-based-men-s-cancer-peer-support-group-2026-10-08
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Where does this role take place?

2 Bristol Gate
Brighton
BN2 5BD

Register your Interest

  • Details
  • Disabled Access
  • Equal Opportunities Policy or Statement
  • Expenses
  • Health and Safety
  • Induction
  • Insurance Cover for Volunteers
  • Other
  • Suitable for 13 - 16 years
  • Suitable for 16 - 18 years
  • Suitable for a group of volunteers
  • Suitable only for (e.g. 18+, LGBT, BAME, Women only)
  • Support on Offer
  • This role is adaptable for different abilities
  • Training